At Anfield, Amad Diallo once again proved to be Manchester United’s savior, replicating the kind of brilliance he displayed against Manchester City. United fans witnessed the spirit that had been long missing under new manager Ruben Amorim, as the Red Devils clawed their way to a vital point against Premier League leaders Liverpool.
Desperate to avoid four consecutive league defeats for the first time since 1979, United stepped onto the pitch with determination and grit. After a goalless first half that saw Liverpool dominate possession, the visitors struck first in dramatic fashion. Seven minutes into the second half, Lisandro Martinez unleashed a thunderous shot past Alisson, silencing the Anfield crowd and giving United a shock lead.
Liverpool, however, responded swiftly. In the 59th minute, Cody Gakpo found the net with a superb angled drive that left Andre Onana with no chance. The hosts continued to pile on the pressure, and their persistence paid off when Mohamed Salah converted from the penalty spot with 20 minutes remaining. The spot-kick was awarded following a VAR review, which confirmed Matthijs de Ligt’s handball inside the box.
Just when it seemed that Liverpool would secure all three points, Amad Diallo delivered a moment of magic. With time running out, Alejandro Garnacho broke down the left flank and cut the ball back to Diallo, who calmly slotted it past Alisson to equalize. The away end erupted in celebration as United salvaged a crucial point.
Diallo’s performance was a reminder of the talent and resilience that United possess, and it provided a much-needed boost for Amorim as he looks to turn around the club’s fortunes. The result leaves United with renewed confidence heading into the next fixture, as they continue their push to climb the Premier League table.
